GRE Word List

RIDDLE

a mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum

The meaning of the word riddle is a mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum.

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WordMeaning
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
vitreousresembling glass (as in color, composition, brittleness, or luster) : glassy
valedictionan act of bidding farewell
conceitfavorable opinion
gustthe sensation of taste
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle